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Navigating NCR and Automatism Challenges in Criminal Cases

In the aftermath of R v Sullivan and R v Brown, both the legal profession and the wider public have struggled to reconcile cases in which violent acts are committed involuntarily. Legislation and jurisprudence relating to intoxication, mental state, and criminal culpability has faced heightened scrutiny, as Canadians attempt to balance competing principles of fairness […]

Reflections on the Challenges of Consent and Decision-Making for Gender-Diverse Children and Families

As part of our 48th Annual Conference on Families and the Law, which will take place from October 9 to 11 in Winnipeg, a panel will be dedicated to the Challenges of Consent and Decision-Making for Gender-Diverse Children and Families. In light of recent provincial policies concerning gender-diverse students, this panel will examine the legal, […]

Towards Indigenous Governance: Child Protection and Family Law in Transition

The panel “Indigenous Family Law Governance and Child Protection,” part of the 48th Annual Conference on Families and the Law hosted by CIAJ, offers a unique opportunity to delve into recent developments in Indigenous governance over child and family services. With the long-awaited Supreme Court decision affirming the constitutionality of the Act respecting First Nations, […]

Susan E. Guthrie: Revolutionizing Family Law and Mediation in the Age of New Technologies

With a career spanning over three decades, Susan E. Guthrie has emerged as one of the most influential voices in family law and mediation, transforming her expertise into a force for innovation. By integrating innovative technologies into legal practice, she not only helps professionals navigate an ever-changing landscape but also enlightens the public on novel […]

Meet our Board of Directors: Nazrina H. Umarji

CIAJ would like to warmly thank its board members for sharing their skills and working to improve the justice system with heart and wisdom for the benefit of society as a whole.

Meet our Board of Directors: Janet McIntyre

CIAJ would like to warmly thank its board members for sharing their skills and working to improve the justice system with heart and wisdom for the benefit of society as a whole.

Meet our Board of Directors: Brian A. Blumenthal

CIAJ would like to warmly thank its board members for sharing their skills and working to improve the justice system with heart and wisdom for the benefit of society as a whole.

Meet our Board of Directors: Angela Caseley

CIAJ would like to warmly thank its board members for sharing their skills and working to improve the justice system with heart and wisdom for the benefit of society as a whole.

Meet our Board of Directors: Brenda Young

CIAJ would like to warmly thank its board members for sharing their skills and working to improve the justice system with heart and wisdom for the benefit of society as a whole.

Meet our Board of Directors: Doug LePard, O.O.M, M.A.

CIAJ would like to warmly thank its board members for sharing their skills and working to improve the justice system with heart and wisdom for the benefit of society as a whole.